SCDPPPS Director Jerry Adger to Retire After 9 Years
June 8, 2023
Gov. McMaster Appoints Melvin Warren as Acting Director Governor Henry McMaster today announced the retirement of S.C. Department of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) Director Jerry Adger after serving…
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Reminder: Your state tax refund may be lower next year due to withholding adjustments
June 8, 2023
What you need to know: With the Withholding Tax Table updates, less taxes are being withheld from paychecks in 2023, which may result in reduced refunds next year For those…
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City of Laurens to Host Workshop for Council Members on Boards and Commissions Applications
June 6, 2023
The City of Laurens is pleased to announce a workshop for its Council Members on June 13, 2023, at CPW’s Training Center located at 214 Church St, Laurens, SC 29360.…
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Richland County, Harvest Hope to take a bite out of hunger with food donation drive
June 2, 2023
Richland County Government and Harvest Hope Food Bank are teaming up with the goal of significantly impacting the lives of County residents facing food insecurity. The County is collecting nonperishable…
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City Councilman Will Brennan elected Chairman of the Central Midlands Council of Governments
June 2, 2023
City of Columbia District III Councilman Will Brennan was elected as Chairman for the Central Midlands Council of Governments on Thursday, June 1, 2023, during the Central Midlands Council of…
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Columbia Economic Development welcomes new Real Estate Asset Coordinator
June 2, 2023
The Columbia Economic Development Office welcomed Spencer Green as our new Real Estate Asset Coordinator. In this new role, he will be working closely with their team, City leadership, and…
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Task Force releases Teacher Recruitment and Retention recommendations
June 1, 2023
The Teacher Recruitment and Retention Task Force, created by a proviso in the 2022-23 Appropriations Act, submitted its recommendations to executive and legislative leadership yesterday. The full report is available…
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Public meeting announced to compare proposals for Sumar Street redevelopment project
June 1, 2023
The Sumar Street redevelopment project, an initiative aimed at revitalizing the site of the old Piggly Wiggly, will be the focus of a public meeting on Thursday, June 8, 2023.…
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SCDOR to no longer issue debit cards for refunds after June 29
June 1, 2023
What you need to know: The SCDOR will no longer issue Individual Income Tax refunds as debit cards after June 29, 2023. Bank of America, the provider of the State’s…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Directs Deployment of National Guard Troops to Southern Border
May 31, 2023
Governor Henry McMaster today directed the deployment of South Carolina National Guard troops to help secure the U.S. Southern border in Texas amid the ongoing national security crisis following the…
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City’s Food Truck Fridays bring more flavor in June
May 31, 2023The City of Columbia continues the exciting initiative Food Truck Fridays through the month of June. There will be new food vendors and the food trucks will operate from one…
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Fountain Inn Seeks Community Input with Comprehensive Plan Survey
May 30, 2023
Like many other areas, Fountain Inn is growing. With that, local leadership is looking for your input to help shape the vision and priorities for the town. There are only…
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Dorchester County residents encouraged to attend Hurricane Preparedness Expo at Ashley River Park
May 30, 2023
In anticipation of the upcoming hurricane season, Dorchester County invites residents to the 10th annual Hurricane Preparedness Expo. This is an educational and interactive event designed to equip Dorchester County…
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Ballou joins new initiative to help S.C. Legislature evaluate effects of proposed laws
May 30, 2023
ROCK HILL, SC – Dan Ballou, a partner with Morton & Gettys law firm, has joined the South Carolina Law Initiative, a new project started by the University of South…
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City of Laurens Holds Memorial Day Service
May 29, 2023
Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, is a federal holiday honoring and mourning U.S. military personnel who died while serving in the Untied States Armed Forces. For many, it is…
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Research Analyst & Coordinator
May 25, 2023
Job Responsibilities This position will generally support the Research Department in ensuring the production and dissemination of analytically sound resources that present data and trends affecting South Carolina housing markets…
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Assistant Democratic Leader Clyburn delivers remarks on Republicans plan to repeal student loan debt relief
May 25, 2023Today, Assistant Democratic Leader delivered the following remarks on H.J. Res 45, a joint resolution of disapproval that would repeal President Joe Biden’s student loan debt relief plan and reverse…
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South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services Announces First Certified Ground Defense Instructor
May 23, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services (SCDPPPS) recognizes Cherokee County Agent-In-Charge (AIC) Dinah Foster as the agency’s first Certified Ground Defense Instructor. AIC Foster attended an…
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Community Development will begin accepting applications for the SHINE program
May 23, 2023The City of Columbia’s Community Development Department will begin accepting applications for a new housing rehabilitation program, SHINE (Single Family Housing Improvement for Neighborhood Enhancement). This program includes projects ranging from weatherization up to…
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Assessment notices mailed to the appropriate Berkeley County property owners
May 23, 2023
Assessment notices for Berkeley County property owners were mailed on May 19, 2023. These notices only go out to those who experienced a change in property value or assessment for…
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Clinton Surveying and Mapping Utility Mapping Project Begins June 1
May 22, 2023
The City of Clinton will begin the Surveying and Mapping Utility Mapping Project with SAM, LLC on June 1. The project will include locating electric poles, pad mounts, junction boxes,…
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Laurens County Council Meeting – May 23 Agenda
May 22, 2023
Laurens County Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 23. The meeting will be held at the Voter Registration/Veterans Affairs Office located at 105 Bolt Drive…
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Police Officer I
May 19, 2023Under limited supervision, responds as needed to emergency and non-emergency calls for service as a police officer to situations such as routine patrol, routine service and emergency calls, vehicle collisions,…
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Richland County approves ARPA funding for broadband, nonprofits
May 19, 2023
Senior assistance, services for unhoused people also approved as distribution continues Richland County continues to distribute millions in federal funding to help local small businesses, nonprofits and other organizations negatively…
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Upcountry History Museum is a 2023 Blue Star Museum
May 19, 2023
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums program, a collaboration that provides free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and…
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SCDOT Commission approves 2024 Pavement Improvement Plan
May 18, 2023
The South Carolina Department of Transportation Commission approved the Agency’s 2024 Pavement Improvement Program by adding another $775 million to the previously invested $2.8 billion in pavement improvements across the…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $12.7 million for Jasper County project
May 18, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is awarding $12.7 million in Community Facilities Direct Loans to Jasper County projects.…
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City of Charleston to host ‘Operation Neighborhood’ in Gadsden Green
May 18, 2023
WHERE: Harmon Field; President and Line Streets Please join Mayor Tecklenburg, Charleston Housing Authority, city leaders, staff and residents for the next Operation Neighborhood cleanup event, which will take place in…
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Contract Renewal Coordinator
May 17, 2023
Job Responsibilities The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing…
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Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds released the following open letter to the citizens of Charleston
May 17, 2023Today, Charleston Police Chief Luther Reynolds released the following open letter to the citizens of Charleston: May 17, 2023 My Fellow Charlestonians, After speaking with my doctors and praying for…
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Summer Kayak Camp
May 17, 2023Get your child on the water with the summer Kayak Camp! Children ranging from ages 8-11 can participate in the camp from June 5 until July 14. Children ranging from…
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The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department announces $1.8 million in improvements to Owen’s Field athletic facilities
May 17, 2023The Columbia Parks and Recreation Department announced that Columbia City Council has approved funding for $1.8 million dollars in improvements and upgrades for Owen’s Field Park designated to renovate the…
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Management and Occupancy Reviews (MOR) Coordinator
May 17, 2023
Job Responsibilities The South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) serves as the Project- Based Section 8 Contract Administrator on behalf of the U.S. Department of Housing…
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Congressman Clyburn announces $3 million to preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities in South Carolina
May 16, 2023
U.S. Congressman James E. Clyburn (SC-06) announced $3 million from the National Park Service (NPS) to help preserve and restore Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in South Carolina. The…
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Laurens City Council Meeting Agenda – May 16
May 15, 2023
Laurens City Council will meet for a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, May 16 at 214 Church Street in Laurens. The agenda is below for those interested in attending. All…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Appoints Brian Gaines as Comptroller General
May 14, 2023
Gaines Sworn in by Chief Justice Donald Beatty Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2023-12, appointing S.C. Department of Administration Executive Budget Director Brian Gaines as the state’s next…
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Gov. Henry McMaster Calls General Assembly Back for Extra Session
May 12, 2023
Gov. Calls on General Assembly to Take up Illegal Gun Possession, Bond Reform, Budget, Protect Life Governor Henry McMaster has issued Executive Order 2023-13 to reconvene the General Assembly for…
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SCCADVASA joins the South Carolina Indian Affairs Commission to host a Summit on Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirits
May 10, 2023
#NoMoreStolenSisters #MMIWActionNow #MMIWG2S Columbia, S.C. – The S.C. Indian Affairs Commission will be hosting a Summit on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The MMISWG2 Summit is part of a movement that…
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More than 11,300 student loan borrowers in South Carolina approved for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
May 10, 2023
PSLF highlighted as Public Service Recognition Week begins Today, to mark Public Service Recognition Week, the U.S. Department of Education (Department) announced it has approved nearly 616,000 borrowers nationwide for…
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WREN celebrates passage of Paid Leave for Educators in South Carolina
May 10, 2023
Today, the Paid Leave for Educators (H 3908) passed the House unanimously. This bill is off to the Governor’s desk for signature. Soon, more than 55,000 educators in South Carolina…
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Statement from Palmetto State Teachers Association on passage of parental leave benefits bill
May 10, 2023
Palmetto State Teachers Association applauds today’s unanimous vote in the South Carolina House to concur with Senate amendments to H. 3908, a bill that will make educators in South Carolina…
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Berkeley County Government releases 2023 Hurricane Guide
May 9, 2023
Berkeley County Government has published its latest Hurricane Guide for the 2023 Storm Season. The guide is available in both English and Spanish. It’s also available for the first time…
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Richland County seeks public input on proposed 2023-2024 budget
May 9, 2023
The County welcomes feedback from the public on its operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins July 1, 2023, and ends June 30, 2024. An in-person public hearing…
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Kimberly Gammon named Town Clerk for the Town of Hilton Head Island
May 9, 2023
Kimberly Gammon, a multi-skilled administrator with a track record of delivering high-level clerical and parliamentarian services, has joined the Town of Hilton Head Island as its new Town Clerk. As…
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Calling All Vendors – City of Laurens Vendor Database
May 9, 2023
The City of Laurens is actively looking for vendors across the Upstate to register in their Vendor Database. The database allows them to reach out to vendors quickly about upcoming…
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The Hive Community Circle attends “Communities in Action: Building a Better South Carolina” hosted by the White House
May 9, 2023
Joined by elected officials and community leaders from South Carolina (SC), The Hive Community Circle (The Hive) Executive Director, Ashley Thomas, attended the event “Communities in Action: Building a Better…
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Laurens County Council Budget Workshop – Tuesday, May 9
May 8, 2023
Laurens County Council canceled their regularly scheduled meeting for May 9 advising no “requested actionable items.” Instead, they will come together for a budget workshop on Tuesday at 5:30 pm.…
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SC RIA Awards over $18 Million to Dorchester County for Infrastructure
May 4, 2023
South Carolina’s Rural Infrastructure Authority recently awarded over 200 grants totaling over $1.3 billion to local governments and public water and sewer utilities within the S.C. Infrastructure Investment Program (SCIIP).…
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How and when to amend your SC Individual Income Tax return
May 3, 2023
What you need to know: Generally, you should amend a return if an IRS audit changes your state return, or when there are changes to your income, deductions, credits, payments,…
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City of Clinton Among Selected Rural Communities to Receive Grant Money for Water, Sewer and Stormwater Projects
May 2, 2023
The City of Clinton and other municipalities will receive grant money to assist with our Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Projects. The City of Clinton, Miller’s Fork Basin Sewer Rehabilitation will…
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